Well Inspections in Fontana
Wells in Fontana face unique challenges due to San Bernardino alluvial fan and local conditions. A thorough inspection identifies problems before they become emergencies.
What We Inspect in Fontana Wells
Well Casing & Construction
- Casing integrity: Check for cracks, corrosion, or damage (critical in San Bernardino alluvial fan)
- Well seal: Ensure sanitary seal is intact (prevents surface contamination)
- Depth verification: Confirm well depth matches records (Fontana wells typically 200-400ft)
- Screen condition: Check for sand infiltration (common in San Bernardino alluvial fan)
Pump System
- Pump performance: Flow rate test (should be 10-30 GPM)
- Motor condition: Amp draw, voltage, running temperature
- Pump depth: Verify setting is appropriate for Fontana water table
- Drop pipe: Check for leaks, corrosion, or age-related failure
Pressure & Storage
- Pressure tank: Check pre-charge, waterlogging, bladder condition
- Pressure switch: Test cut-in/cut-out settings
- Storage tanks: Inspect condition if applicable (common in Julian, Anza for low-yield wells)
Water Quality
- Visual inspection: Check for sediment, rust, odor
- Testing: Bacteria, hardness, TDS, specific contaminants (hard water (12-20 grains), nitrates in some areas, high TDS)
- Flow rate: Measure actual GPM vs. expected (10-30 GPM)
Fontana-Specific Inspection Focus
Because Fontana wells are in San Bernardino alluvial fan, we pay special attention to:
- Hard water, nitrates from historical agriculture, declining water table, industrial contamination concerns in some areas, aging wells in rural pockets
- Geological factors: San Bernardino alluvial fan can cause specific wear patterns
- Water quality: hard water (12-20 grains), nitrates in some areas, high TDS
When to Get a Fontana Well Inspection
- Real estate transactions: Required for buying/selling homes in South Fontana, North Fontana, Sierra Lakes, Hunter's Ridge, Heritage Village
- Annual maintenance: Recommended for all Fontana wells
- After problems: Following pump failure, contamination, or major repairs
- Pre-winter: Especially for high-elevation Fontana areas (elevation: 1,200ft)
- Drought assessment: Check well capacity during low water table periods
Our Inspection Report Includes
- Complete well specifications (depth, casing diameter, pump setting)
- Flow rate and pressure measurements
- Water quality test results
- Pump system performance data
- Photos of key components
- Recommendations for repairs or upgrades
- Estimated remaining lifespan of major components
Why Fontana Wells Need Regular Inspections
Large Inland Empire city. Industrial and residential mix. Auto Speedway. Most areas on municipal water but rural south Fontana has private wells. Good alluvial yields.
These local factors mean Fontana wells are prone to: Hard water, nitrates from historical agriculture, declining water table, industrial contamination concerns in some areas, aging wells in rural pockets. Regular inspections catch these issues early.
Inspection Service Area
We inspect wells throughout Fontana, including South Fontana, North Fontana, Sierra Lakes, Hunter's Ridge, Heritage Village, and surrounding San Bernardino County areas.
Response time: 85 min from Ramona HQ, 70 min from Anza office.
Schedule a well inspection in Fontana
Call (760) 440-8520 or request inspection online.